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WNX 52

1998 Porsche Boxster

Yellow Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

123,995 mi
Last recorded123,995 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Porsche Boxster77,355 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWNX 52
MakePorsche
ModelBoxster
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 123,995 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 24 Sep 2024 123,713 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 27 Sep 2023 123,303 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 14 Apr 2016 121,906 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 120,770 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 120,389 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Sep 2012 120,231 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Jul 2011 119,716 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 118,950 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2010 118,950 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 17 Jul 2009 111,761 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2009 111,754 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm severely distorted (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jun 2009 111,608 miles
Fail 26 May 2009 111,158 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 May 2008 100,500 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 84,334 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 May 2006 70,032 miles

How Reliable is the Porsche Boxster?

Based on 726,695 MOT tests across 46,886 vehicles.

82.8%
Pass Rate
2,475
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
46,886
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 19,504
Brake pipe excessively corroded 6,317
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 5,538
brake disc excessively pitted 5,177
position lamp(s) not working 5,126
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WNX 52 is a 1998 Porsche Boxster in Yellow with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1998 Porsche Boxster models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 77,355 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Porsche Boxster fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 19,504 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WNX 52, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Porsche Boxster typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Porsche Boxster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WNX 52 registered?

WNX 52 is a 1998 Porsche Boxster, first registered on 29 April 1998.

Is WNX 52 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WNX 52 shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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